Fort Ward Park in Alexandria, VA May 31 1:00pm – 7:00pm For over three decades, the Memorial Day Jazz Festival has delighted jazz fans with one day of amazing jazz music in the historic setting of Fort Ward Park in … more… »

Pennsylvania Avenue May 29-June 9 Show your pride at the 2013 Capital Pride Street Festival in the heart of the Nation’s Capital. Celebrating the LGBT community along legendary Pennsylvania Avenue, this festival is DC’s largest annual event with over 150,000 … more… »

For those of you planning a trip to Washington DC this May, here are a few things you won’t want to miss while in town. For those of you who don’t hav plans already, maybe this list will give you … more… »

The Washington DC Dragon Boat Festival is an annual event sponsored each May by the Chinese Women’s League of Washington, DC. The two-day festival features competitive dragon boat races on the Potomac River, colorful cultural performances and hands-on activities. Approximately … more… »

Featuring much more than beautiful blooms and colorful garden displays, the Washington Flower and Garden Show and National Cathedral Flower Mart in Washington D.C. is an annual springtime festival for garden enthusiasts and flower lovers. Taking place at the Washington … more… »

Ride on through Washington D.C.’s historic Union Station, a national transportation hub, as it gears up for 30 days of celebrating Earth Month 2013. The month-long event, greatly expanded this year, will feature interactive, eco-friendly experiences throughout Union Station designed … more… »

Dust off that Easter basket and head over to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo for the traditional African American Family Celebration. Held on the Monday right after Easter, this wonderful family event is the perfect way to continue the Easter fun. … more… »

An annual springtime tradition in the nation’s capitol, the Blossom Kite Festival (previously known as the Smithsonian Kite Festival) takes place on the National Mall in Washington D.C. and attracts a diverse crowd of kite lovers and onlookers. Enjoy the … more… »

Spanning two weeks in March in venues across the nation’s capitol, the Environmental Film Festival in Washington D.C. celebrates its 21st year in 2013 with a stacked roster of movie premieres and a theme centered around the vital role of … more… »

From historical monuments and national treasures to eclectic neighborhoods and exciting cultural events, Washington D.C. is a thrilling destination to visit and explore. Whether you want to discover world-class museums, attend a theatrical performance, enjoy a shopping excursion or see … more… »